Purchase Manager

GREENFIELD ADVISORY PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm in Singapore is seeking an experienced procurement specialist to manage vendor relationships, conduct sourcing and evaluations, and drive cost savings initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree and at least 4 years of experience in procurement, with the ability to communicate in Mandarin. This role offers a dynamic work environment with multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in procurement, preferably in related industries.
• Ability to read and communicate in Mandarin.
• Strong ability to thrive in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement processes.
• Liaise with the China office for negotiations.
• Identify and onboard new suppliers.
• Maintain vendor contracts and coordinate payments.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Excel proficiency

Team collaboration

Self-starter

Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments

Flexibility and adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain/business administration

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement processes, including sourcing, evaluation, contracting and vendor management.
• Liaison with the China office for rate negotiation, bidding, invoicing.
• Identify potential new suppliers, conduct due diligence, and manage supplier onboarding processes.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key suppliers to foster collaboration and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Conduct regular analysis of procurement data to identify trends, opportunities for cost reduction, and process improvements.
• Conduct supplier evaluations, audits, and assessments to ensure compliance with quality, delivery, and cost targets.
• Support initiatives and efforts to manage supplier relationships including administrative and operational activities and issues.
• Recommend continuous quality improvement practices and implement industry best practice, leverage data to drive best practice across the account.
• Conduct market analysis and benchmarking studies to ensure competitive pricing and value for money.
• Maintain vendor contracts, review them, negotiate rates, etc.
• Coordinate and manage payments to vendors, adhering to financial protocols and ensuring timely disbursement.
• Oversee the logistics for loading and unloading materials, ensuring all goods meet quality standards and are processed on time.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain/business administration or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in procurement. Experience in furniture procurement, real estate and hospitality industry are advantageous.
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to drive cost savings initiatives.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Be well versed in creating and using Excel spreadsheets with complex formulas.
• Proven record of working independently, a self‑starter.
• High levels of flexibility and adaptability.
• Strong team‑playing skills.
• Act with utmost integrity.
• Able to read and communicate in Mandarin to liaise with Mandarin‑speaking suppliers.